Ultrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography, involves exposing part of the body to high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body.
2. INDEX
MedCross Imaging - Ultrasound
What Happens During an Ultrasound
Preparing For an Ultrasound
Results of Your Ultrasound
A Vascular Screening Ultrasound
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4. Ultrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography,
involves exposing part of the body to high-frequency sound waves to
produce pictures of the inside of the body.
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6. For most ultrasound exams, the patient is positioned lying face-up on
an examination table that can be tilted or moved.
A clear gel is applied to the area of the body being studied to help the
transducer make secure contact with the body and eliminate air
pockets between the transducer and the skin.
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9. You should wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing for your
ultrasound exam.
You will need to remove all clothing and jewelry in the area to be
examined.
You may be asked to wear a gown during the procedure.
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10. Water prep for Ultrasound
- Pelvis or OB ultrasound
- Renal ultrasound
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12. Images from the ultrasound exam are reviewed and interpreted by
a MedCross radiologist, who will dictate a report, which is transcribed
and sent to the healthcare provider who ordered the exam.
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14. Abdominal Aorta Vascular Ultrasound screens for Aortic Aneurysm.
Aortic aneurysm is a weakening in the wall of the aorta, which is the
main artery in the chest and abdomen.
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15. Carotid Vascular Ultrasound looks at the arteries in the neck for
Carotid Artery Disease.
Carotid Artery Disease occurs when the carotid arteries, the main
blood vessels that take blood to the brain, develop a buildup of
plaque caused by hardening of the arteries.
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16. Leg Vascular Ultrasound looks for Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD).
PAD is a condition in which plaque builds up along the walls of the
arteries that carry blood to the arms and legs affecting blood
circulation.
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